Cleveland, OH → Winston-Salem, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Cleveland to Winston-Salem

About 447 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,060–$4,560, delivery in 1–3 days, 638 carriers on the Cleveland side and 254 in Winston-Salem.

447 miroad distance
8 h 24 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,060–$4,5602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Cleveland, Ohio
To: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 447 miles (379 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 638 (374 interstate)
Movers at destination: 254 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Winston-Salem → Cleveland

Moving from Cleveland to Winston-Salem is a regional long-distance move of roughly 447 road miles, heading south from Ohio to North Carolina.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,060 to $4,560 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 24 min.

On the Cleveland side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (374 of them authorized for interstate work), and 254 around Winston-Salem (182 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Winston-Salem.

Cleveland has a population of about 363,608 and Winston-Salem about 257,271. Cleveland is considerably denser (4,796 people per square mile versus 1,881), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Cleveland to Winston-Salem

Full-service estimate for 447 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,230	$1,490	$1,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,840	$2,240	$2,730
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,060	$3,740	$4,560
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,900	$5,980	$7,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,740	$8,220	$10,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$610–$860

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,420–$2,090

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,060–$4,560

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Cleveland (origin)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 237360
MC: 169607
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2317693
MC: 791331
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ta Operating LLC

USDOT: 300813
MC: 353338
Based in: Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (630) 699-3418 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1598342
MC: 591312
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (216) 268-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2318092
MC: 791357
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2318070
MC: 791344
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1495228
MC: 562163
Based in: Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (216) 916-9850 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ohio Transport Corporation

USDOT: 384170
MC: 58561
Based in: Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (513) 539-0576 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Near Winston-Salem (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gxo Logistics Supply Chain INC

USDOT: 153372
MC: 44538
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (336) 232-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purple Crow

Licensed interstate

Legal name: LA Tortilleria LLC

USDOT: 1005862
MC: 749370
Based in: Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (336) 773-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service First Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1326554
MC: 517070
Based in: Winston Salem, NC 27107 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (336) 650-9986 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carr'S Freight Agent INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 597857
MC: 288282
Based in: Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (336) 785-8792 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kline LLC

USDOT: 2252338
MC: 768382
Based in: Winston Salem, NC 27103 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (336) 722-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fht

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Flash Horse Trucking INC

USDOT: 1333696
MC: 522525
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (336) 671-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcw Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3174206
MC: 121232
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (336) 688-1096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mos Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2440551
MC: 841908
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (803) 347-5276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 254 movers in Winston-Salem

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Cleveland–Winston-Salem corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland to Winston-Salem?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,820 for a studio, $1,840 to $2,730 for a one-bedroom, $3,060 to $4,560 for a two-bedroom, $4,900 to $7,290 for a three-bedroom and $6,740 to $10,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Winston-Salem from Cleveland?

About 447 road miles (379 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Ohio into North Carolina makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Cleveland to Winston-Salem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $610 to $860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,420 to $2,090. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Cleveland–Winston-Salem corridor.